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Career Preparation

Begin a new career by preparing to nurture, teach and care for preschool children either in a home or child care center.

With the employment of child care professionals expected to grow 2% through 2028, the assistance of childcare workers is still needed. In addition, the demand for preschools and childcare facilities, and consequently childcare workers, should remain strong because early childhood education is widely recognized as important for a child’s intellectual and emotional development.

The certificate programs outlined below meet Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care and Maryland Child Care Credential Program requirements for certification.

Infant/Toddler Child Care (135 hours)
Child Growth & Development -and- Preschool Child Care -or- School Age Child Care -and- Infant & Toddler Care

Preschool Child Care (90 hours)
Child Growth & Development -and- Preschool Curriculum & Activities

School Age Child Care (90 hours)
Child Growth & Development -and- School Age Child Care

Professional Development

Continue your career success with FCC child care professional development courses. Instruction and content meets the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care and Maryland Child Care Credential Program requirements. Learning formats include online, hybrid, and in-person classroom instruction. Browse programs below to learn more.